http://techchicktips.net Thu, 10 May 2012 13:37:43 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 2006-2009 digimom@techchicktips.net (Two Tech Chicks) digimom@techchicktips.net (Two Tech Chicks) Educational Technology 1440 http://techchicktips.net/podcasts/techchicksh_144.jpg http://techchicktips.net 144 144 Tips and tricks for educating 21st century learners with 21st century skills! The podcast is geared specifically to educators interested in integrating technology into their curriculum. Companion blog, forums and resources at: http://techchicktips.[...] Two Texas Chicks who Love Technology and the Digital Lifestyle mac, apple, tips, teacher, education, web2.0, digital, integration Two Tech Chicks Two Tech Chicks digimom@techchicktips.net no no http://techchicktips.net/2008/11/22/episode-48/ http://techchicktips.net/2008/11/22/episode-48/#comments Sun, 23 Nov 2008 03:35:20 +0000 Helen http://techchicktips.net/?p=178 http://techchicktips.net/2008/11/22/episode-48/feed/ 6 0:19:54 photo credit: cwalker71 We’re THANKFUL that we found time to get another podcast out before Thanksgiving! And of course, dear listeners–we’re thankful for you! Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, and God bless each of you! Resources [...] photo credit: cwalker71 We’re THANKFUL that we found time to get another podcast out before Thanksgiving! And of course, dear listeners–we’re thankful for you! Have a fantastic Thanksgiving, and God bless each of you! Resources Lit2Go http://etc.usf.edu/lit2go/ Lit2Go is a free online collection of stories and poems in mp3 (audiobook) format. You can: * Download the files to your Mp3 player and listen on the go, * Listen to the Mp3 files on your computer, * View the text on a webpage and read along as you listen, * Print out the stories and poems to make your own book. TimeRime http://www.timerime.com/ Online community that allows people to create, compare and upload information by creating timelines, and to view information uploaded by others.  Timelines can be filled with text, music, movies, etc. Users can create their own timelines, as well as search what others have posted. KidsWeather Report http://kidsweatherreport.com/ The current weather conditions are shown in a way that does not require reading. The current conditions are shown as well as a picture of two children showing the type of clothing that would be appropriate to wear. Simply Box http://simplybox.com/ SimplyBox is a free service to Capture, Share, and Organize ANYTHING you find on the web. Route 21 http://www.21stcenturyskills.org/route21/index.php 21st century skills framework and resources. 21st century literacies activities by grade level http://www.kn.pacbell.com/wired/21stcent/gradelevel.html Includes learning outcomes, suggested procedures, and assessments for each lesson. The commoncraft show http://www.commoncraft.com/show Video explanations in plain English. Find a variety of topics, including RSS, podcasting, blogging, etc. 25 Days to Make a Difference http://twentyfivedays.wordpress.com/ Started by a 10 year old to honor her grandfather, this site has inspired many around the world to do something good for someone. How will you make a difference? podcast Two Tech Chicks no no http://techchicktips.net/2007/11/19/episode-34-noteshappy-thanksgiving/ http://techchicktips.net/2007/11/19/episode-34-noteshappy-thanksgiving/#comments Mon, 19 Nov 2007 18:36:05 +0000 Helen http://techchicktips.net/2007/11/19/episode-34-noteshappy-thanksgiving/ http://techchicktips.net/2007/11/19/episode-34-noteshappy-thanksgiving/feed/ 1 0:17:54 Episode 34 Shout-Outs Lorie–we love you and are thinking about you! Joel Adkins–correct location–really, he’s in Eanes ISD, not Deerpark! All out listeners–we’re thankful for you! Resources Cybe[...] Episode 34 Shout-Outs Lorie–we love you and are thinking about you! Joel Adkins–correct location–really, he’s in Eanes ISD, not Deerpark! All out listeners–we’re thankful for you! Resources Cyberethics for Kids http://www.cybercrime.gov/rules/kidinternet.htm Ethics modules with scenarios that kids can respond to, while learning more about ethics, copyright, and fair use. Scratch http://scratch.mit.edu/ Scratch is a new programming language that makes it easy to create your own interactive stories, animations, games, music, and art — and share your creations on the web. Scratch is designed to help young people (ages 8 and up) develop 21st century learning skills. As they create Scratch projects, students learn important mathematical and computational ideas, while also gaining a deeper understanding of the process of design. Elluminate http://www.elluminate.com/ Elluminate, Inc., a leading provider of live eLearning and web collaboration solutions, announced that it is offering any K-12 academic institution free, unlimited access of Elluminate Live!® Lite Edition™ for one year. The product, which features full-duplex audio, shared whiteboard, public/private chat, math symbol library, graphing calculator, and advanced moderator tools, adds live interaction and collaboration to coursework. Also includes a moodle integration plug-in. (Click here for the press release) Yugma http://www.yugma.com The name Yugma is a word from the Sanskrit language meaning “the state of being in unified collaboration.” Yugma is a free web collaboration service that enables people to instantly connect over the internet to communicate and share content and ideas using any application or software. Free and Premium versions available. FreeRice http://www.freerice.com/index.php Earn rice for people around the world while building your vocabulary. This not-for-profit site lets you test and build your vocabulary, and for every word you get right, advertisers donate 10 grains of rice. Go forth–learn and donate rice! Integration Ideas Mysteries of Harris Burdick by Chris Van Allsburg (portfolio edition)–great way to spark creative writing! Could use any book, really, but this one just caught our interest. *Update–just went to Chris’ site and he’s having a story-writing contest for this book (talk about perfect timing)! Open to grades 2-8, stories must be submitted by January 15, 2008. After your students write their stories, have them create a digital version to share with their peers and families. links, podcast Two Tech Chicks no no